ABrooks Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Hi all I'm planning to buy my first pair of mtb shoes. At the moment I'm looking at a pair of Louis Garneau Terra shoes (costing around R1300). Has anyone had a pair of these or is there a pair they would recommend? I've heard good things about the Olympic shoes but would like to try on a few pairs before buying.
KingTJ Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Giro Privateer....cant remember the price but great shoe
gpcar Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Olympic shoes are fairly heavy... Specialized shoes definitely.
HowardSteele Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 My first pair of mt-bike shoes were Olympics over 1½ decades ago...they served me well ....just as mentioned a little heavier than counterparts...the New ones are petty competitive these days.I recently got a pair of Giro's on the CWC sale for R699 as a back up pair and i must say i'm impressed light and comfy I'm wearing them more often than my togo pair.
CleatsnCleavage Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Rather shimano than Olympic, IMHO. LG good price though so go for it
Iwan Kemp Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Have a look here for info on the new Olympic range https://www.bikehub.co.za/features/_/gear/gear-news/olympic-international-launches-new-cycling-shoe-range-r4021
Bosbrommer Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Im not a massive Spez fanboy...I don't even ride one...BUT, they make some awesome shoes. Have been on their comp shoe for 4 years and still in top shape. Cost about 1300 years back.
scotty Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Might not be the lightest but nothing wrong with Olympics and good value for money, bought mine (MTB and Road) about 4 years ago and they are still in good nick.
Bizkit031 Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Had a Pair of those LG Shoes and within a year the soles started pulling away,their quality is not great.
CogitoErgoSum Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 +1 on the Spez Comp. But think they are R1800... Had a pair few years back. Currently on a KTM pair. Ok'ish shoe - no real complaints
Johny Bravo Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Spez shoes are great. Bought a s works pair a few months ago for R1800 on special.
BenReaper Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Can recomend thesebut I'm currently also in the market for something like this
ABrooks Posted January 31, 2016 Author Posted January 31, 2016 Thank you all for your input. Where do all of you shop for shoes? Especially for Specialized shoes, I can't seem to find any online?
V12man Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Thank you all for your input. Where do all of you shop for shoes? Especially for Specialized shoes, I can't seem to find any online?Buying shoes online is a risky business - getting the size perfect is unlikely - rather go in to a spez store and fit them there. Dont think they sell spez online on sa - www.sidionline.co.za for sidi shoes
BarHugger Posted January 31, 2016 Posted January 31, 2016 Three important considetations: 1. Comfortable fit and easy to clean 2. Must also be light and good for walking 3. Have sufficient grip (softer rubber sole) for rocks or getting over slippery surfaces. ......and yes, I use the last gear allowed.....walking! (Shimano M088 MTB shoes)
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